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Gardner Bender heavy-duty DPDT toggle switch with six screw terminals

Gardner Bender

Gardner Bender GSW-16 Heavy-Duty DPDT Toggle Switch

SKU CH-JMZG-B9B63

Heavy-duty DPDT toggle switch with six screw terminals rated 10A/277V AC, 20A/125V AC or 12V DC and UL listed

  • Color/FinishNULL
  • TypeLight Switch
  • Heavy-duty DPDT switch handles 1-1/2 HP motors
  • Double pole double throw gives on/off/on control
  • Six screw terminals provide secure wire connections
  • Rated 20A at 125V AC and 10A at 277V AC
  • UL listed for verified safety compliance

Heavy-Duty DPDT Toggle Switch

The Gardner Bender GSW-16 is a heavy-duty double-pole double-throw toggle switch designed for controlling power tools, appliances and motors. It provides an on/off/on switching action with six screw-type terminals for secure wiring connections.

Electrical Ratings and Interface Limits

The switch is rated for 10A at 277V AC and 20A at 125V AC or 12V DC, with a motor load capacity up to 1-1/2 horsepower. These ratings define the maximum current and voltage the contacts can safely handle in AC or DC circuits.

DPDT Contact Configuration

The double-pole double-throw contact form controls two separate circuits simultaneously with a single toggle lever. This configuration is the deciding factor for applications requiring reversal or switching between two independent power sources.

Highlights

  • Heavy-duty DPDT switch handles 1-1/2 HP motors
  • Double pole double throw gives on/off/on control
  • Six screw terminals provide secure wire connections
  • Rated 20A at 125V AC and 10A at 277V AC
  • UL listed for verified safety compliance

Specifications

BrandGB Electrical
Color/FinishNULL
TypeLight Switch

Questions about this item

Should I pick a DPDT toggle or a simpler SPST switch for my motor circuit?

Choose the DPDT version when you need on/off/on control to reverse a motor or switch between two separate loads; an SPST only offers plain on/off.

What does the 1-1/2 horsepower rating mean when the switch is installed in a 125 V AC circuit?

At 125 V AC the switch handles up to 20 A, which corresponds to the 1-1/2 hp motor rating listed for heavy-duty use.

How do the 6 screw terminals relate to the DPDT contact form and what wiring does that allow?

The six screws provide two independent poles with three positions each, letting you wire on/off/on switching for reversing motors or selecting between two circuits.

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